The Blakely Bumblebee Run
- Date Tue 28th April 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Inverness, Florida
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join us for the uplifting Blakely Bumblebee Run on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in beautiful Inverness, Citrus. This heartfelt event honors the cherished memory of Blakely Elizabeth Puckett, who taught us the true meaning of love and connection in her brief but impactful life. Participants will run or walk a distance of 4.28 miles, symbolizing Blakely's birthdate and celebrating the love that transcends even the greatest challenges.
The Blakely Bumblebee Run not only brings together friends and families in person but also welcomes virtual participants from across the country, allowing everyone to honor Blakely's legacy. This free event is a powerful reminder that life is meaningful through love and community. Join us as we come together to remember, reflect, and rejoice in the love that binds us all. For those wishing to support the cause further, event shirts are available for purchase, with all proceeds benefiting Families for Hope, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families affected by Holoprosencephaly (HPE). Let's run together in celebration of love on this special day!
The Blakely Bumblebee Run not only brings together friends and families in person but also welcomes virtual participants from across the country, allowing everyone to honor Blakely's legacy. This free event is a powerful reminder that life is meaningful through love and community. Join us as we come together to remember, reflect, and rejoice in the love that binds us all. For those wishing to support the cause further, event shirts are available for purchase, with all proceeds benefiting Families for Hope, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families affected by Holoprosencephaly (HPE). Let's run together in celebration of love on this special day!
Organiser's Description
_In Loving Memory of Blakely Elizabeth Puckett_
WHY WE RUN
Blakely Elizabeth Puckett was born on April 28, 2017 and passed away on February 18, 2018 after living 9 1/2 months with Holoprosencephaly (HPE), a rare condition in which the brain fails to fully divide. Though her life was short, it was overwhelmingly meaningful.
From the moment we learned of Blakelys diagnosis, we were forced to wrestle with life, death, faith, and God Himself. Through her weakness, Blakely taught us that the meaning of life is not found in strength, length of days, or achievement, but in love - love that is freely given, unearned, and undeserved.
Blakely lived fully dependent on others, yet her life drew people into the presence of God. She allowed herself to be loved, and in doing so reflected Gods love to everyone around her. Even in suffering and death, love was present.
Each year, we run or walk 4.28 miles to honor Blakely and proclaim that her life mattered. This run is a reminder that in a world where everyone dies, life is made meaningful through Jesus - by being loved and by loving others. We run in remembrance, in worship, and in hope of the love that overcomes death.
This run is completely free! Weve created this page to provide more information and to share the story of Blakely.
If youd like to purchase a race day shirt, you can do so through Bonfire [https://www.bonfire.com/store/blakely-bumblebee/]. All proceeds from shirt sales are donated directly to Families for Hope [https://familiesforhope.org]. Shirts can be purchased here: Bonfire Store [https://www.bonfire.com/store/blakely-bumblebee/].
If youd like to read or hear more about our time with Blakely, you can find stories here: blakelybumblebee.com [https://www.blakelybumblebee.com], or watch here: YouTube [https://youtu.be/YA-5OYcUk44?si=bTwyBcs9N3zOZql_].
Please share this page if you feel led! We love spreading the story of Blakely Bumblebee.
WHERE WE RUN
While its always special to meet up in person and walk or run together from Liberty Park in Inverness, Florida the Blakely Bumblebee Run has taken place all across the country since 2018 - in Virginia, Texas, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Missouri to name a few. You can also join virtually from anywhere, so friends and family everywhere can honor Blakely. This run is a way to come together, remember Blakely, and celebrate her life.
DONATIONS & SHIRTS
If you feel led to give, all donations go directly to Families for Hope (https://familiesforhope.org), a nonprofit supporting families affected by Holoprosencephaly (HPE). You can give through this race page or directly on their website. Funds help provide education, medical resources, advocacy, and compassionate support to families walking through an HPE diagnosis.
All proceeds from event shirts purchased through Bonfire are also donated directly to Families for Hope. Race day shirts can be purchased here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/blakely-bumblebee/
WHY WE RUN
Blakely Elizabeth Puckett was born on April 28, 2017 and passed away on February 18, 2018 after living 9 1/2 months with Holoprosencephaly (HPE), a rare condition in which the brain fails to fully divide. Though her life was short, it was overwhelmingly meaningful.
From the moment we learned of Blakelys diagnosis, we were forced to wrestle with life, death, faith, and God Himself. Through her weakness, Blakely taught us that the meaning of life is not found in strength, length of days, or achievement, but in love - love that is freely given, unearned, and undeserved.
Blakely lived fully dependent on others, yet her life drew people into the presence of God. She allowed herself to be loved, and in doing so reflected Gods love to everyone around her. Even in suffering and death, love was present.
Each year, we run or walk 4.28 miles to honor Blakely and proclaim that her life mattered. This run is a reminder that in a world where everyone dies, life is made meaningful through Jesus - by being loved and by loving others. We run in remembrance, in worship, and in hope of the love that overcomes death.
This run is completely free! Weve created this page to provide more information and to share the story of Blakely.
If youd like to purchase a race day shirt, you can do so through Bonfire [https://www.bonfire.com/store/blakely-bumblebee/]. All proceeds from shirt sales are donated directly to Families for Hope [https://familiesforhope.org]. Shirts can be purchased here: Bonfire Store [https://www.bonfire.com/store/blakely-bumblebee/].
If youd like to read or hear more about our time with Blakely, you can find stories here: blakelybumblebee.com [https://www.blakelybumblebee.com], or watch here: YouTube [https://youtu.be/YA-5OYcUk44?si=bTwyBcs9N3zOZql_].
Please share this page if you feel led! We love spreading the story of Blakely Bumblebee.
WHERE WE RUN
While its always special to meet up in person and walk or run together from Liberty Park in Inverness, Florida the Blakely Bumblebee Run has taken place all across the country since 2018 - in Virginia, Texas, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Missouri to name a few. You can also join virtually from anywhere, so friends and family everywhere can honor Blakely. This run is a way to come together, remember Blakely, and celebrate her life.
DONATIONS & SHIRTS
If you feel led to give, all donations go directly to Families for Hope (https://familiesforhope.org), a nonprofit supporting families affected by Holoprosencephaly (HPE). You can give through this race page or directly on their website. Funds help provide education, medical resources, advocacy, and compassionate support to families walking through an HPE diagnosis.
All proceeds from event shirts purchased through Bonfire are also donated directly to Families for Hope. Race day shirts can be purchased here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/blakely-bumblebee/
Races
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The Blakely Bumblebee Run
Tue 28th April 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
Free
Registration for the Blakely Bumblebee Run is free! Race day shirts are optional of course, but encouraged as a meaningful way to honor Blakely on April 28th, and raise awareness for Holoprosencephaly (HPE). The event is open to all ages and abilities. Participants may walk or run the 4.28 miles, and families, strollers, and pets are welcome. We'll meet at Liberty Park and walk/run the trail together. For questions about registration, shirts, or the event, contact Bridget at [email protected] / 954-270-6028, or Michael at 407-637-9991.
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268 N Apopka Ave, Inverness, 34450, FL, United States
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